Diesel Trucks

  • Diesel Tires - Which Ones are You Rolling With?

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    There are a wide variety of tires available for your diesel truck, no matter what sort of pickup you drive. The climate, the terrain you drive on, and how you drive will determine which tire is best for you. Here’s a short list of common truck tire types.

  • ECU Reprogramming

    Increasingly, technology in automobiles is becoming more sophisticated, and more and more systems have become reliant on electronic control modules to operate. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we have the trained technicians and the equipment necessary to deal with issues that arise as a result of these components.

  • Engine Options for Your Diesel

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    The engine in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.

  • Engine ticking and knocking sounds - what they mean, and what to do about them

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    Is your engine knocking or ticking? Here’s some information on engine noises, what they mean, and what to do about it, from Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA.

    Whenever your engine starts making a noise it shouldn’t be making, it’s always a cause for concern. If you’re hearing a rhythmic ticking or knocking sound, definitely have it checked into immediately. Here are some causes of engine ticks and knocks, and what to do about them.

  • Exhaust For Diesel Trucks

    We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetics. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.

  • Exhaust For Diesel Trucks

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    We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetics. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.

  • Exhaust Options for Fleet Trucks

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    The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to insure smooth, reliable operation. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, create a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

  • Getting the Most Out of Your Diesel

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    Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

  • Glow Plugs and Your Diesel Engine

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    Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

  • Have You Changed Your Oil Lately?

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    If you drive a Dodge, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, you know the amount of hard work your truck puts in. You may also be aware that diesels run a little dirtier than your average gas burner. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, our goal is to keep your Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke truck on the road for many miles to come. A huge part of that is keeping your oil maintained.

  • How Is Your Battery Life?

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    At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, we understand how vital solid battery power is to a truck driver. A dead or weak battery isn’t a big deal in a passenger vehicle; in a commercial truck, missed deadlines, incomplete jobs, insufficient equipment, and inconvenient situations are all consequences of a less than adequate battery.

  • How To Keep Your Diesel From Breaking Down.

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    Chevrolet, Ford and Ram diesel pickups are well-built machines. Still, sometimes they break down. Here’s what you can do to prevent that from happening and reduce the cost of a more expensive repair. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA our diesel customers are important to us and we want your diesel to last you.

  • How to Maintain Your Engine

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    The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.

  • Hydraulically Actuated Electronic Unit Injection (HEUI) Systems - How it Works

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    What is an HEUI System you may ask? When it was first introduced, HEUI systems revolutionized diesel technology in groundbreaking ways. Though other technologies have taken the forefront since its development, HEUI systems are still extremely common throughout the diesel industry. From our team here at Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, here’s a quick look at how these systems work, and what the advantages are of having one.

  • If You Have To Turn The Key More Than Once - You Might Have A Problem

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    At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, our priority is keeping your Dodge, Chevy, or Ford truck reliably on the road. A major aspect of that is catching small issues before they become bigger ones.

  • Is Diesel Right For You?

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    The automotive market is always fast-changing, and leaps and bounds have been made in the past couple of decades concerning both diesel and gasoline engines. With gasoline-powered trucks achieving more power than ever, purchase costs being lower, and fuel costs at an all-time low, many fleets are switching over to gasoline-powered fleets. However, diesel still offers some distinct advantages - it really depends on what you're looking for for your fleet of vehicles. Here are some points to consider, from Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA.

  • Is It Okay to Idle A Diesel?

    You’ve likely heard that diesel engines are ok to idle indefinitely, and that it’s even good for them. Where does this logic come from, and is it true? Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA has the answers.

  • Is it the Fuel Pump? Determining if Your Pump is Bad, and What to do About it

    car at fuel pump While fuel pump issues are common, they often get misdiagnosed. What is your fuel pump, how do you know if yours is bad, and what should you do about it? At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we are going to make sure that you are an informed driver so you know what to look for and what you should do about it.
  • Is It Time to Buy New, or Fix What You Have?

    Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, there will come a day when it’s time to ask the question - has the time come to get a new truck? Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA is here to help you decide.

  • Is That Shaking a Driveshaft Issue?

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    Whatever type of truck you run in your fleet, they all have a driveshaft that connects the transmission to the differential, transferring power to the wheels. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we specialize in diesel truck and fleet vehicle maintenance and repair, including precision driveshaft care.

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